MacCoubrey Funeral Home Reception Centre
30 King Street East, Cobourg
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Loving wife and best friend for 70 years to the late Allan Jackson. Devoted mother to Keith (Sandy) Cobourg
and Susan (the late John) Barrie. Nan to Sherry (Chris) Belleville, Jason (Carla) Sudbury, Joshua, Sudbury,
Heather (Len) Innisfil and Kristal, Barrie. Great nanny to 8 great grandchildren: Alysha, Georgina, Thomas, Cera, William, Aislynn, Bryce, and Kyleigh.
Shirley and Allan met as teenagers and embraced on a life together. They started in Toronto then moved to Tottenham where they quickly became part of the community. They enjoyed travelling, volunteering bowling and housed various pets, but most of all loved their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Anyone who knew Shirley knows she always had snacks and treats for everyone who came to visit but secretly she enjoyed sharing them with her furry friends. Shirley’s folk art was outstanding and she looked forward to annual craft shows to be able to share them with others. Everyone knew there was always room at the Jackson’s Bed and Breakfast.
The family would like to thank the staff at Roseglen Village, the nurses at NHH rehab department, nurse practitioner Dimitri, and the palliative care staff Dr. Mulé, nurse Karen and nurse Colin.
In lieu of flowers the family would like you to enjoy your favourite activity and remember Shirley who had a full, happy and long life.
Cremation has taken place and a small (casual) family and friends celebration of life will take place Saturday, July 13 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King Street East, Cobourg.
Keith, our deepest sympathies. We just learned of the loss of your mother. Our mother, Diane, truly valued her friendship with Shirley, they were more like sisters than cousins. She was a special lady and we are sorry to hear of her passing.
My deepest condolences. She was a beautiful and caring women and a wonderful Aunt. She will be truly missed. Xoxo
Just received notice that Shirley passed. My deepest condolences to the family. It was a long time since I had seen Shirley but always thought kindly of her and enjoyed her Christmas cards. She will be sadly missed.
Phone nunber 226-926-0731 and my e- mail is up there. Be safe my family
I wasn't notified about the best person in my world A cousin a friend and all around friend God bless you shirley. You're with your Allan now Rest in peace.
To Shirley's Family: Just seeing Shirley's picture brings back fond memories of this special lady. I had the pleasure of taking folk art lessons from her. She was so patient with this non artistic painter :) It was always fun to have her as a vendor at our church, Rich Hill United, for our craft & bake sales. We admired her talent. Every time I drive past the "house on the hill", memories of her flood my mind. Shirley will always hold a warm place in our hearts. May you hold your special memories close in your hearts as well.
My sincerest condolences to the family. Aunt Shirley was truly a ray of sunshine that will be missed. xo
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Parkinson Canada
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Heart and Stroke Foundation
Dear Keith, Susan and families: It will be no time until your mom, grandmother awakes from sleep in a beautiful paradise where there will be no more tears, no more pain, no more mourning and no more death right here on earth. “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” Revelation 21:4 We will be together again forever.
Keith and family, we are sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She sounds like a very artistic and compassionate woman. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Parkinson Canada
To Shirley's family. I am so sorry for your loss. Please embrace each other at this difficult time. Time will heal the pain. Your memories will fill the void.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Humane Society of Canada
So sorry to hear of Aunt Shirley's passing, she will always be in our hearts.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Parkinson Canada
Our hearts are saddened by your loss, and our thoughts are with you.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Parkinson Canada
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of of the Family at this sad time.
So sorry to hear of Aunt Shirley's passing. Sending our love and prayers. Thinking of all of you.